1986 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 9 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 64 L |
